Features:
- Plain Canary Seed is an important element in the diet of all Canaries but must be used in conjunction with other seeds.
- All sizes are bagged in clear plastic bags.
- Canary seed is grown in Australia in similar areas to wheat and oats and during the winter season.
- It is considered an important component in birdseed mixes because of its palatability and nutritional content.
- Low in carbohydrates and high in fiber in comparison to other millets, it is a good source of food that is not fattening.
- Breeders of canaries, finches, and budgies place great importance on canary seeds as part of their bird’s diet.
- Although the more expensive canary seed is integral in a good quality bird seed mix. Unlike other cereal grains, a canary can be stored for a long time without deteriorating.
- The canary seed, also called canarygrass (Phalaris canariensis) is the main component of most seed mixes, therefore, not only important for canaries but also for almost all seed-eating Finches, parrots, and parakeets.
- The canary seed is a type of grass seed. The size and appearance are highly dependent on the country of origin. In southern countries is the canary seed even a weed.
- Canary Seed is low in fat (5,5 %), rich in carbohydrates (52,3 %), and rich in protein (14,9 %). Crude fiber is contained in a proportion of 8,9 % and raw ash 6,2 %.
Use for: The Canaries, Wild Birds, Exotic Finches, Budgerigars, and Parakeets.